New Advances in Autism

Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, diagnoses of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have significantly increased. According to the DSM-V, ASD is a heterogeneous set of neurodevelopmental disorders characterised by limitations in social communication and interaction as well as the presence of restricted interests and repetitive behaviours.

This Topical Collection of Brain Sciences aims to present a collection of studies detailing the most recent advancements in the field of autism research. Authors are invited to submit cutting-edge research and reviews that address a broad range of topics related to ASD including the following: epidemiology, motor development, screening, early diagnosis, evidence-based interventions, comorbidities, new technologies (e.g., eye-tracking, EEG, ECG, MR, wearable sensors, VR, robotic research), adaptive behaviours, sensory profiles, language, cognitive priors, biomarkers, autism and health, and transition to adult age. In particular, we aim to present advances in autism research that may have a significant translational effect to the field of clinical services.

Dr. Antonio Narzisi
Collection Editor

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